China will not succeed in isolating Taiwan by stopping US politicians travelling there, Pelosi says House speaker is the highest ranking American official to visit Taiwan in 25 years The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2022
China Halts Climate, Military Ties over Pelosi Taiwan Visit China on Friday said it is canceling or suspending dialogue with the United States on a range of issues from climate change to military relations and anti-drug efforts in retaliation for a visit this week to Taiwan by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The measures, which come amid cratering relations… Asharq Al-Awsat · Aug 5, 2022
Analysis-Japanese backing for military build-up likely to rise after China's missiles China's firing of missiles into waters less than 160 km (100 miles) from Japan in a display of might after Nancy Pelosi visited Taiwan will likely bolster public support for a military build-up aimed at defence against Japan's big neighbour. Reuters · Aug 5, 2022
Army chief in chilling China war alert saying 'we won't have a clue it's coming' It comes as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Friday that China's firing of missiles around Taiwan is a "disproportionate, significant and unjustified escalation" Daily Mirror · Aug 5, 2022
China sanctions Pelosi over 'provocative' visit to Taiwan China has decided to sanction U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her immediate family in response to her "vicious" and "provocative" actions, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Friday. Reuters · Aug 5, 2022
Blinken: China Military Drills Are ‘Significant Escalation’ US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Friday that China's military exercises aimed at Taiwan including missiles fired into Japan's exclusive economic zone represent a "significant escalation" and that he has urged Beijing to back down. China launched the drills following a visit by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to… Asharq Al-Awsat · Aug 5, 2022
AP News Digest 4 a.m. Here are the AP’s latest coverage plans, top stories and promotable content. All times EDT. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s coverage, visit Coverage Plan at https://newsroom.ap.org. The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2022
Jay Ambrose: China poses a threat to the whole world Chinese President Xi Jinping recently warned the United States not to “play with fire” over Taiwan. But House Speaker Nancy Pelosi decided to play with fire by showing up, chatting with Taiwanese leaders, offering citizens a moment of hope and giving Xi an excuse for violence. Tribune News Service · Aug 5, 2022
Joe Battenfeld: Nancy Pelosi and her ego play dangerous game in Taiwan Narcissist Nancy Pelosi and her hot pink pantsuit played a dangerous and reckless game in Taiwan. Boston Herald · Aug 5, 2022
Editorial: Nancy Pelosi departs Taiwan and leaves behind a precarious crisis U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has left Taiwan. Though the California Democrat didn’t stay long, less than 24 hours, the fallout from her visit plunges the Biden administration into a tricky — and arguably unnecessary — period of brinkmanship with China. Chicago Tribune · Aug 5, 2022
How serious is China's military operation and why is it a show for Chinese audiences? While no-one appeared to believe China's show of force in response to Nancy Pelosi's visit posed any immediate danger, experts say the episode is still likely to have important longer-term implications. ABC News · Aug 5, 2022
Pelosi Visit to Taiwan May Prompt More High-Level Visits Analysts say China may be losing the narrative on the “One China” policy because visits such as Pelosi’s bring more international exposure and recognition of Taiwan. The News Lens · Aug 5, 2022
ASEAN slams progress on Myanmar peace plan at talks overshadowed by China-Taiwan tensions The Association of South-East Asian Nations says it is "deeply disappointed" by the limited progress made by Myanmar's military rulers in implementing a peace agreement to end conflict in the country. ABC News · Aug 5, 2022
China's military drills near Taiwan disrupt key shipping lanes China's military exercises in the waters around Taiwan have prompted some ships to navigate around the Taiwan Strait and give the island a wide berth, disrupting key trading routes for cargo and commodities sailing around the world, analysts said. Reuters · Aug 5, 2022
Asharq Al-Awsat · Aug 5, 2022 Taiwan Condemns 'Evil Neighbor' China Over War Drills Taiwan blasted its "evil neighbor next door" on Friday after China encircled the island with a series of huge military drills that were condemned by the United States and other Western allies. During Thursday's military exercises, which continued Friday, China fired ballistic missiles and deployed both fighter jets and warships…
Reuters · Aug 5, 2022 U.S. calls China reaction to Pelosi's Taiwan visit "flagrantly provocative" U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken told an Asian meeting of top diplomats on Friday that China's reaction to U.S. house speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan was "flagrantly provocative", a western official said.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 5, 2022 China missile drills around Taiwan a threat to regional security, says Japan PM Fumio Kishida welcomes Nancy Pelosi in Tokyo and urges Beijing to halt planned four days of military exercises sparked by US House speaker’s visit
The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2022 China summons European diplomats over statement on Taiwan China says it summoned European diplomats in the country to protest statements issued by the Group of Seven nations and the European Union criticizing threatening Chinese military exercises surrounding Taiwan
Asharq Al-Awsat · Aug 5, 2022 Pelosi: China Cannot Stop US Officials from Visiting Taiwan US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Friday that China will not isolate Taiwan by preventing US officials from traveling there. She made the remarks in Tokyo on the final leg of an Asia tour highlighted by a visit to Taiwan that infuriated China. The Chinese have tried to isolate Taiwan,…
Al Jazeera · Aug 5, 2022 ‘Highly provocative’: China military drills resume around Taiwan Taiwan says monitoring situation after multiple Chinese ships and aircraft crossed median line in Taiwan Strait.
Reuters · Aug 5, 2022 Taiwan tensions reveal challenges for U.S. navy as Chinese threat grows (This story refiles to correct spelling of Antietam in paragraph 15)
The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2022 China-Taiwan news – live: Top Taiwan official found dead as China accused of attack simulation Official had assumed charge to lead various missile production projects that sought to nearly double output
Axios · Aug 5, 2022 Pelosi says China "will not isolate Taiwan" as drills ramp up near island Japanese officials estimate 5 ballistic missiles landed in Japan's exclusive economic zone during China's launches.
Bangkok Post · Aug 5, 2022 US shoots itself in foot over Taiwan Even pro-democracy critics of China’s authoritarian ways would have to call United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan an undue provocation that ended up as a lose-lose outcome for all concerned, including the 82-year-old congresswoman. Everything about it was misguided and self-indulgent, designed for domestic consumption in the…
Tribune News Service · Aug 5, 2022 South Korea leader snubs Pelosi over holiday, adding to his woes After U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi captivated the world’s attention with a groundbreaking trip to Taiwan, she received far less fanfare on her next stop.